BSI · STANDARD

BS EN
ISO 14731

Welding coordination — Tasks and responsibilities

§ 01

Overview

What this standard covers

Defines the technical knowledge and responsibilities of the responsible welding coordinator required under EN 1090-2 and ISO 3834.

Defines the technical knowledge and responsibilities of the responsible welding coordinator required under EN 1090-2 and ISO 3834.

Who uses it

Welding coordinators, welders and inspectors qualifying procedures and demonstrating weld quality.

§ 02

Details

Reference data

Standard number
BS EN ISO 14731
Title
Welding coordination — Tasks and responsibilities
Organisation
BSI
Country
United Kingdom
Region
United Kingdom
Subject
Welding
Subcategory
Coordination
Type
STANDARD
Application
Contractual
Availability
Paid
Status
CURRENT
Roles
welding standard
Last verified
2026-09-06

Official source: knowledge.bsigroup.com

§ 03

Related

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    Bridge Welding Code

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